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Having first served in the armed forces of the United Arab Emirates, Rifaat Salih Sabet, now, Cluster General Manager of Golden Tulip Al Jazira Hotel and Resort in Ghantoot, is sailing towards success in the hospitality sector. Shehara Rizly Serving the nation An Iraqi national by birth, Sabet and his …

A prominent go to MiCE destination for business and events, the Westin Mina Seyahi Resort and Marina and Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Resort and Marina complex lures travellers with myriad offerings. TT Bureau Featuring two of the most elite 5-star properties in one complex, it offers 512 of the most …

OTDYKH Leisure, commonly known as Leisure Moscow, shall mark its 25th edition from September 10-12, at Expocentre Fairgrounds in Moscow. The exhibition aims to lay focus on marketing territories, while encompassing the role of digital technology in tourism. TT Bureau Last year, the exhibition attracted 870 exhibitors from 41 countries …

S Sundar, Honorary Secretary, Tamil Nadu Travel Mart Society, throws light on the upcoming 2nd edition of Tamil Nadu Tourism Mart. He highlights how the mart will project ME as a potential market for Wellness and Medical Tourism. Shehara Rizly Could you share a brief about the event? The event …

Dubai has welcomed ‘Spectrum of the Seas’ into Port Rashid recently bringing almost 4,000 tourists to the emirate in a single day. TT Bureau Weighing 168,666 gross tonnes, Royal Caribbean’s new ‘Spectrum of the Seas’ will be the largest and most advanced cruise ship to port in Dubai. The cruise …

Jumeirah Group has unveiled its MiCE offering in Abu Dhabi through its new hotel portfolio, namely, Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort and Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa. TT Bureau The new MiCE offering by the Jumeriah Group is in tandem with Abu Dhabi’s Economic Vision 2030 and looks …

With a surge in travel to and from the Middle East region, ensuring a safe travel must not be overlooked. Jamal Abdulnazar, CEO, Cozmo Travel, recommends some key steps for travellers to remember when experiencing a glitch in their travel. Explain the importance of Tune Protect Travel Safe. There are …

Dubai is geared up for the upcoming Expo 2020. Sanjive Khosla, Deputy Chief Visitor Experience Officer, Expo 2020 Dubai, shares an update on the mega event, which is expected to bring around 25 million visitors to the country. TT Bureau What is the latest update from the Expo ground? The …

Ras Al Khaimah has established itself as the hub for adventure tourism and destination weddings in the United Arab Emirates. From the creation of the longest zip line to mountainous hikes, the emirate is on a rapid scale growth trajectory in attracting various adventure seekers. Shehara Rizly Further expanding its …

‘Staycations’ is the buzzword in the UAE. Come every weekend, and city dwellers rush out to rejuvenate themselves. A 45-minute drive from Dubai, Barracuda Beach Resort serves as the perfect weekend getaway for those who seek that much-needed break. TT Bureau Barracuda Beach Resort at Umm Al Quwain is only …